The 18 critical infrastructure sectors identified by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) have been a driving force in preventing terrorism and preparing strategies that would limit the impact should a terrorist attack occur. As the 10th anniversary of the September 11 attacks nears, these sectors have a unique opportunity to enhance public awareness and vigilance.

In my role as chairman of the Partnership for Critical Infrastructure Security, I’ve been working hard to leverage the partnership framework to improve collaboration between the private sector and public sector. To this end, I am strongly encouraging the critical infrastructure sectors to further extend their influence by joining with DHS to spread the word about the national "If You See Something, Say Something™" public awareness campaign.